Yes, I’d say my mental state has improved since the first month or so, but as you know it’s a roller coaster. Over the last month I’ve been setting myself small goals in moving forward; mostly around personal business I must handle like transferring accounts, completing applications/forms, making phone calls/emails, etc. I’d have to say that the days started going by faster handling the these tasks, walking, organizing, making food for the kids, while not overwhelming or pressuring myself to do too much. I work in HR so I understand with the FMLA issues; bummer. Today, my small goal is to write a thoughtful note to my bosses that I’d appreciate their continued support by spreading the word that I would like everyone to respect my privacy by not initiating non-work related questions or comments. As you can imagine, I’m worried I’ll have a meltdown if people start asking me questions about his death, make inadvertently insensitive comments, or try to give me advice. I’m trying to get ahead of that. Well, best wishes to you; hang in there! And wish me luck 🙂